Lee Terry
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Lee Terry
U.S.A.
Personal Background
Lee Terry graduated from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and earned a J.D. from Creighton University School of Law. He practiced as a private attorney specializing in civil matters before entering politics. Terry spent several years in public service, consistently winning reelections until his defeat in 2016. His professional background includes significant involvement in economic, energy, and technology policy, as well as infrastructure development.
Political Ideas
Lee Terry's political journey reveals a blend of ideological adaptability and regional pragmatism, particularly evident in his shifting stance on Social Security privatization and his surprising support for federal online poker prohibition. His legislative record indicates a nuanced approach to environmental regulations, balancing support for alternative energy with unexpected opposition to online gaming. Terry's rhetorical style often oscillates between bipartisanship and firm ideological stances, as seen in his initial support for the Stop Online Piracy Act, which he later withdrew under public pressure. This calculated approach to policymaking suggests a deeply localized strategy aimed at balancing national interests with regional economic concerns.
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Election History
Nebraska's 2nd congressional district, 2014
78,157 votes (45.60%)
Winner: Brad Ashford
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Nebraska's 2nd congressional district, 2012
133,964 votes (50.80%)
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Nebraska's 2nd congressional district election, 2010
93,840 votes (60.81%)
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Nebraska's 2nd congressional district election, 2008
142,473 votes (51.93%)
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Nebraska's 2nd congressional district election, 2006
99,475 votes (54.66%)
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Nebraska House of Representatives 2nd District
61.10% of vote
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Nebraska House of Representatives 2nd District
63.32% of vote
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Nebraska House of Representatives 2nd District
65.80% of vote
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Nebraska House of Representatives 2nd District
65.50% of vote
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Nebraska House of Representatives 2nd District
45.40% of vote
Winner: John Joseph Cavanaugh III
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